Low-cost imaging system detects natural gas leaks in real time
Monday, February 6, 2017 - 15:51
in Physics & Chemistry
Researchers have developed an infrared imaging system that could one day offer low-cost, real-time detection of methane gas leaks in pipelines and at oil and gas facilities. Leaks of methane, the primary component of natural gas, can be costly and dangerous while also contributing to climate change as a greenhouse gas.